Annual School Report 2012 - marian college

Marian College Annual Report 2012
Education
in Faith
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The staff Reflection Day, held in May, was facilitated by Fr Richard
Leonard SJ and stirred many emotions as we considered what it
is to be Catholic educators and how we are called upon to live out
our faith - to speak and live out the Good News. Richard helped us
negotiate this challenge through his life experiences, his humour and
his expertise through working in the media. It was a very thought
provoking day that enabled staff to think about their lives and
spirituality and how we are able to connect in our relationships with
others and in particular our students.
The College wishes to thank Year Level Leaders, Homeroom/Mentor teachers, the Liturgy Group, Choir and Gospel
singers for all the support they have given to make this an exceptional year, where staff had time to attend to their
personal spirituality in Reflection Days and Liturgies. May they be blessed in their lives.
Religious Education
The teaching and learning of Religious Education at Marian is lived through our Vision:
As a Brigidine school in the 21st Century, our challenge
is to make Religious Education relevant and meaningful
to all in our Marian College community. We want our
students to action their faith – not just talk about it.
In 2012, we have challenged the Marian students to live
out Catholic Social Teaching in a variety of ways.
Year 7 – Students were welcomed into Marian College
with an introduction and enculturation into the life of
Saint Brigid and Daniel Delany – significant people in
the history of the Brigidine Sisters. We hope our Year
7 girls can learn from Brigid & Daniel by taking their
example of service to the wider community.
A community growing in faith & love,
Serving others,
Striving to achieve,
Thinking for our future
Year 8 – Studied the importance of developing relationship the qualities of successful relationships. Girls also studied
their role as environmental stewards of our planet.
Year 9 – Bible studies were a focus in year 9 where the girls researched Old Testament Prophets and looked at the
qualities they share with contemporary prophets. We studied the concept of Good Versus Evil and the History of
the Catholic Church in Australia.
Year 10 – During the first semester, our Year 10 girls studied Relationships, Commitment & Moral Responsibility.
In second semester, we studied Social Justice focusing on Catholic Social Teachings and the Declaration of Human
Rights. This was followed up by 6 weeks of community service where girls were provided the opportunity to put into
practice their learnings.
Year 11 & 12 – Students have been great leaders in Religious Education throughout 2012. Many have also been
active participants in co-curricular groups such as JDF, Vinnies, Leo’s and Liturgy.
A Community growing in Faith & Love • Serving Others • Striving to Achieve • Thinking for the Future
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